Calvin vs Kenneth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Calvin

Boy #140 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bald, hairless"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #284 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"handsome; fair one"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach)

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Calvin Rank #140

Kenneth Rank #284

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 vs #284 for Kenneth.

Is Calvin or Kenneth more popular?

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 compared to Kenneth at #284 in the United States.

What do Calvin and Kenneth mean?

Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin). Kenneth means "handsome; fair one" (Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach) origin).

Are Calvin and Kenneth boy or girl names?

Calvin is primarily a boy name. Kenneth is primarily a boy name.